Division: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics
Department: Aviation Technology
Effective as of Fall 2021
The UAS Precision Agriculture Short-Term Technical Certificate prepares students for entry level positions in the Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) industry by providing foundational knowledge and skills involving Precision Agriculture and UAS Technology.
Precision Agriculture is expected to be 80% of the UAS market over the next decade. Industry projections and demands indicate that the UAS precision agriculture market will be one of the five industries that benefit first from FAA rules and regulation changes. With agriculture being the number one industry in the state of Ohio and contributing 107 billion dollars a year to the Ohio economy. Agricultural industry needs in drought management, disease detection, watering, and spraying pesticides make UAS an intelligent and affordable option.